subject: Let a Professional Handle Your Auto Glass Repair or Replacement [print this page] Let a Professional Handle Your Auto Glass Repair or Replacement
Windshields Have Come a Long WayBack in Henry Ford's day, windshields were simply made of a simple glass. Safety wise, this was not the best case scenario . Since then, though, due to cutting edge technology, windshields have come a long way. In 1919, windshields began to be made out of 2 layers of glass with a strong , binding resin in between to hold together. This has proven to be much safer as windshields are sturdier and don't normally shatter in a thousand pieces injuring those in the car. Let the Professionals Do ItNewer technology has added to the safety of windshield glass. It is of concern to have a trained auto glass repair technician repair or install your new windshield. They are trained and have experience and safety is nothing to take lightly . If you hire an untrained person to install your windshield and they do a faulty job, that windshield may not protect you in the event of an unforeseen event . Get Your Windshield Repaired ImmediatelyIt happens to the best of us. We're driving along minding our own business and the truck's tire ahead of us lets loose a small rock up into the air. Bam! It connects with our windshield and we feel our heart sink just a little. Our eyes briskly scan the windshield and we see it: A small chip . Though it is tempting to say to ourselves, "Oh, that's just a little ding. I can wait to get it fixed," I encourage you not to wait. Every day that you delay that little ding is growing into a fracture due to the pressure of the wind hitting it as you drive. If you act hurriedly, you may be able to mend the fracture with a DIY repair kit, which is very economical, or have an auto glass technician do it rather than wait until the fracture becomes too large and you'll have to pay to have the whole windshield swapped out . Don't delay . Procrastination will end up costing you more money over a longer period of time.Get Your Windshield Fixed ImmediatelyIf you are going to take your car to a professional, be sure to use a trained technician for your windshield fix or replacement. Safety is a big concern that ought not be neglected. You don't want further splintering or not be able to see clearly through your window. It is very important that all the air and moisture is vacuumed out before filling a splinter. Be insistent to get a time estimate from your technician. It doesn't take very long to repair a ding or crack in a windshield so your car should not have to be there for more than one day. Sometimes You May Use a DIY Repair KitGetting dings or fractures in windshields is quite ordinary. Whether it be from a flying rock hitting it, an extreme change in temperature, or some kind of impact, more than likely everyone will run into the need to get a chip or crack fixed sometime in their lives. Once in a while though, if the chip or splinter is small, you can opt for a repair instead of a replacement. This is a thrifty option , especially if you do it yourself. There are DIY kits available that are very affordable and come with complete instructions. Do not wait in taking care of your dinged windshield. It is not worth the safety issues surrounding it. You want what's best for you and your passengers so don't delay in getting your windshield fixed.
